in support of
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1
: in a way that shows approval of (something) : in favor of (something)
A majority voted in support of the bill.
2
: in order to support (something)
He presented evidence in support of his hypothesis.
The band is on a promotional tour in support of their latest album.
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The breadth of her remit includes full responsibility across the streamer’s global and local campaigns, experiential activations, social storytelling, and brand partnerships in support of Netflix’s scaling advertising business.
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Seth Matlins, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
As part of the film’s rollout, the Rebuild Paradise Foundation will be highlighted and A+E Global Media has made a donation in support of the fire victims who are still rebuilding their lives.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 18 June 2025
Bad Bunny is set to kick off his all-stadium world tour on Nov. 21 in the Dominican Republic, in support of his sixth studio album, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, which topped the Billboard 200 in January.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 18 June 2025
After the arrest, Padilla came out in support of Dugan.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 18 June 2025
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Seth Matlins, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
As part of the film’s rollout, the Rebuild Paradise Foundation will be highlighted and A+E Global Media has made a donation in support of the fire victims who are still rebuilding their lives.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 18 June 2025
Bad Bunny is set to kick off his all-stadium world tour on Nov. 21 in the Dominican Republic, in support of his sixth studio album, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, which topped the Billboard 200 in January.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 18 June 2025
After the arrest, Padilla came out in support of Dugan.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 18 June 2025
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“In support of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20support%20of. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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